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Brazil Congress Defers Key Labor and Security Reforms Until After Elections
Brazil's Senate postpones highly anticipated votes on ending the 6x1 work week and public security reform until after the October 2026 elections.
Institutional Crisis Roils Brazil’s Supreme Court as Election Battle Lines Harden
Brazil's Supreme Court plunges into a constitutional crisis amid a banking scandal probe, while Congress sets the stage for a polarized presidential election.
Brazil Labor Unions Mobilize to Force Vote on 40-Hour Work Week Before Election
Unions ramp up pressure on Senate President Davi Alcolumbre to vote on a constitutional amendment to reduce the work week.
Brazil’s Labor Reform Push: 40-Hour Work Week Advance Triggers Cost Alert for Service Sector
Brazil's Senate is set to vote on a constitutional amendment to reduce the work week from 44 to 40 hours without a pay cut, raising labor cost concerns.
Brazil Senate Delays 40-Hour Work Week Vote Until After October Elections
Senate President Davi Alcolumbre postponed the vote on a constitutional amendment to reduce the maximum work week.
Lula-Backed 40-Hour Work Week Proposal Reaches Critical Senate Committee
Brazil's Senate President sent the constitutional amendment for a 40-hour work week to the key Constitution and Justice Committee, signaling a government priority.
Brazil Finance Minister Dario Durigan Outlines Re-election Economic Pitch: Fiscal Discipline to Cut Selic Rate
Dario Durigan clarified the Lula administration's economic focus, linking strict fiscal control to lower interest rates and a key labor reform.
Lula Government Rushes 40-Hour Work Week Amendment Through Brazilian Senate Before Election
President Lula pushed the Senate to fast-track a constitutional amendment mandating a 40-hour, 5x2 work week without cutting wages.
Brazil’s 40-Hour Work Week Advances in Senate, Threatening Margins for Small Businesses
A constitutional amendment to reduce the maximum work week to 40 hours without salary cuts moves closer to a full Senate vote, raising labor costs for Brazil's SMEs.
Brazil Labor Reform to Cut Work Week to 40 Hours Faces Senate Vote Amid R$158 Billion Cost Warning
A constitutional amendment to reduce Brazil’s work week from 44 to 40 hours advances to the Senate, with industry groups estimating a massive annual cost.
Brazil Fast-Tracks Constitutional Work Week Cut, Signaling Higher Labor Costs
Senate prioritizes Constitutional Amendment Proposal to reduce Brazil's maximum work week from 44 to 40 hours.
Lula’s Key Labor Reform Stalls in Senate Until After Elections Amid Political Maneuvering
Senate President Davi Alcolumbre has shelved a proposed workweek reduction, a major Lula priority, until November, neutralizing a key electoral plank.
Lula’s Labor Push Reaches Critical Senate Vote, Threatening Higher Costs for Brazil’s Services Sector
President Lula's dual labor push for a 40-hour work week and gig worker benefits is moving through Congress, signaling higher labor costs.
Lula-Alcolumbre Détente Advances Landmark 40-Hour Work Week PEC to Key Senate Committee
Brazil's long-stalled constitutional amendment to reduce the work week moved forward after a political deal.
Lula-Alcolumbre Deal Unblocks Major Brazil Labor Reform and Critical Minerals Bill
A political agreement between President Lula and Senate President Davi Alcolumbre will advance a 40-hour work week PEC and a critical mining investment law.